F. D. Rose Building

Title of Building: F. D. Rose Building
Address: 125 E. Charles Street
Year Built: 1926
Architectural Style: Tudor Revival
National Register: F.D. Rose Building; NR # 88002112; Listed 3/1/1984.

Frederick Dodds Rose, a prominent local banker and community figure, lends his name to the F. D. Rose Building, also known as the Historic Rose Court. This building served as a commercial space with offices, shops, and restaurants and was designed by Kibele and Garrard Architects.[1] It consists of two floors and a basement, with a central atrium. This building quickly became home to various businesses, with Chalfant and Williams Barbershop, Nichols Drug Store, and Beverly Baby Shop among the first tenants.[2] Today, it continues to house local businesses including Red-Tail Land Conservatory, Cindy’s Cleaning, and Mama & Son Soul Food Kitchen. Its unique architectural style continues to contribute to the historic architectural landscape of downtown Muncie.

[1] “F. D. Rose Building,” National Register of Historic Places Inventory, Nomination Form, 1984. NRID#84001023 https://npgallery.nps.gov/NRHP/AssetDetail/9a6a3ba5-ec2e-417f-acc0-f57cbccfe54f

[2] “Announcing the Opening of the Rose Court Barber Shop.” The Star Press, April 16, 1927.